Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo vs Deepal E07

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo starts from $66,350 before on-road costs, while the Deepal E07 opens at $64,900. That makes the Deepal E07 the more affordable entry point by $1,450.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $72,985 and $71,390 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo features a 12-inch touchscreen paired with a 5.3-inch digital dash, while the Deepal E07 gets a 15.4-inch display.

The Deepal E07 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, ventilated seats, power tailgate, Sony audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo gets cloth upholstery while the Deepal E07 offers leather.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo uses a Permanent magnet synchronous motor (single, rear-mounted) producing 210kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through its transmission to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.9 seconds.

The Deepal E07 responds with a Electric making 252kW and 365Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Deepal E07 has the clear power advantage at 252kW vs 210kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Deepal E07 is 1.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 79kWh (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo) vs 90kWh (Deepal E07), giving WLTP ranges of 414km and 560km. DC fast charging peaks at 185kW (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo) vs 240kW (Deepal E07).

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo measures 4,712mm long on a 2,989mm wheelbase, 333mm shorter than the Deepal E07 at 5,045mm (3,120mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Deepal E07 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 3900L in the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo and 524L in the Deepal E07, giving the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo a 3376L advantage. The Deepal E07 seats 5 vs 3.

For towing, the Deepal E07 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo) vs 7 years / 160,000km (Deepal E07). The Deepal E07 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 6yr (Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo)—.